If you’re sexually active and don’t want to get pregnant, birth control pills might be your best bet. While there are many contraceptive methods out there, birth control pills – also called “the pill” – are perhaps the most widely known type of contraception. Before opting for birth control pills as your contraception method, it
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How Can You Tell If You Have Yeast Infection?
Yeast infection is a common problem in women, and most will experience at least one at some point in their lifetime. However, recognizing the signs and symptoms of yeast infection could help receive proper treatment at the earliest. Let’s talk about the signs and symptoms and diagnosis and treatment of yeast infection, and where you
Read MorePreparing for the Arrival of Your Baby in the New Year: What to Expect
There is no excitement that is comparable to the excitement that you feel as your due date approaches, and you are about to meet your new baby. When you are about to meet any other person for the first time, a little preparation is often involved. But the baby you’ve been nurturing inside of you
Read MoreCervical Cancer Awareness Month: How HPV Vaccination Can Help Save Lives
Cervical cancer impacts about 12,000 American women annually. The survival rate is about 91 percent, a statistic that has improved – and can continue to improve – with education and prevention strategies. Let’s look at one of these strategies – the HPV vaccine. What Is HPV? HPV stands for human papillomavirus, a sexually-transmitted microorganism that
Read MoreThink You Have Pelvic Pain? Possible Causes and Treatments
The pelvis, which is the area of the body below the abdomen, houses various internal structures and three major organ systems: the reproductive, digestive, and urinary systems. Pelvic pain can arise from a problem in any of these structures and organs. Pelvic pain is a common problem among women in the United States, and it
Read MoreBreast Cancer Awareness Month: Importance of Testing and Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to highlight the importance of appropriate screening tests (such as mammograms) and manual breast exams. Early detection of breast cancer is a key factor in the successful treatment of the disease and in preventing breast cancer deaths. Cancer is a disease that causes cells
Read MoreBreast Cancer and a Mom: How It Affects Her Family
As with any other type of cancer, receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be a downright devastating time not only for the woman but also for her entire family. It can set off a cascade of emotions, such as fear, uncertainty, and loneliness, which the spouse, children, and other members of the household can absorb,
Read MoreThings to Expect During Your First OB/GYN Appointment
An OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist) is a physician who specializes in women’s healthcare, particularly the reproductive system and related organs and processes. These doctors provide comprehensive medical care for women throughout all of the different stages of life, focusing on areas including reproductive health, preventive care screenings, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. Regular OB/GYN visits are an important
Read More5 Ways to Manage Hot Flashes
Every year in the U.S., millions of women enter menopause — and as many as 80% suffer from hot flashes that often go hand-in-hand with a decline in estrogen. Hot flashes occur when the blood vessels near the surface of your skin suddenly dilate, resulting in feelings of warmth, typically accompanied by sweating.Although hot flashes are a
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Birth Control Options
At Dekalb Women’s Specialists, we help women in Decatur, Lithonia, and Stone Mountain, Georgia, select the best birth control methods for their lifestyles, goals, and needs. We offer an array of options, along with education and guidance to help you make the right choice for you. If you’re considering starting birth control or if you want to change the
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